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Melissa Joan Hart introduces her newborn son Tucker
By Claire O'Donnell on 24/10/2012 10:24:13
Proud mum-of-three tells how husband helped with baby’s special delivery
, Melissa revealed that the labour process never gets easier: “There is no easy way to bring a baby into this world."However, this time around her musician husband, Mark Wilkerson, played a larger role in the delivery room: “This birth was very exciting
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I had a C-section without anaesthetic
By Babyexpert.com on 16/03/2009 10:03:00
Self-hypnosis was the only pain control this new mum used during the delivery of her first baby by caesarean.
an epidural but by now was totally worn out, so opted for the lowest dose available.At this point, it emerged that a vaginal delivery was not going to be possible due to a rare condition, so doctors attempted to administer a spinal block.The first injection
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The perfect birth partner
By Babyexpert.com on 02/05/2006 12:17:00
Best friend, husband, mum, sister...who do you want in the delivery room?
at my side, I felt calm and in control. It was a positive experience until, right at the end, it was decided I needed a ventouse delivery. Suddenly my legs were up in stirrups and there were lots of medical staff rushing around. I was terrified about
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Six secrets of an easier birth
By Babyexpert.com on 29/01/2007 15:37:00
Due date nearly here? Read our essential guide to making it easier on yourself
Having a straightforward birth isn't always down to luck. There's a lot you can do to improve your chances of having a problem-free delivery - from where you choose to give birth, to who you're with, your position and even your state of mind
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What no one tells you about after the birth
By Babyexpert.com on 03/11/2011 10:30:00
What no one tells you about after the birth. So you've shared your first cuddle - but now what? Here's our guide to birth recovery. Delivery of the placenta, bleeding, after-pains, constipation, tears and episiotomy, and nipple soreness.
after you first meet your baby.Delivery of the placentaIf you choose a 'managed' delivery, you will have an injection in your leg as you deliver the baby, causing your uterus to contract strongly. The midwife pulls gently on the cord and delivers
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I feel guilty about my difficult labour
By Babyexpert.com on 29/06/2006 14:26:00
Q: During pregnancy I ate healthily and did everything to keep my baby safe. But the birth was difficult and I needed a forceps delivery. It was awful, I thought Id hurt her before her life had begun. Now, when shes unhappy I worry I’
Therapist Lesley replies: It's no surprise your difficult labour upset you and shook your confidence. However, it sounds to me that you were worried about harming your baby even before the birth. Perhaps you feel that you're flawed and constantly have to protect your daughter fro...
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Insider secrets of a natural birth
By Babyexpert.com on 13/11/2006 12:05:00
Everything you need to know to help you get the birth you want
When it comes to talking birth plans at antenatal classes, it's surprising how many first-time mums are determined to have a natural' delivery. No drugs, no help or medical intervention, just delivering the baby in the way nature intended
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Where to have your baby
By Babyexpert.com on 04/12/2006 14:43:00
We help you make the right choice for your baby's birth.
to have an assisted delivery or Caesarean. Disadvantages - Being transferred to hospital can be very uncomfortable when you're in full labour. It helps to know - You don't need to get your GP's permission to have a home birth. To find out more, visit www.homebirth.org.uk.
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Our baby was born in the car
By Babyexpert.com on 01/06/2009 16:01:00
Despite driving like a maniac, dad couldn't get to the hospital in time...
Reinhard Struve tells the birth story of his daughter: 'Lara Estrella Struve was born at 7.35am in the front seat of our little red Toyota Yaris, at the corner of Druids Ave and Adelaide Rd, Mt Barker in Australia.Five more minutes to the hospital, but we just didnt quite make i...
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What happens in a multiple birth?
By Babyexpert.com on 07/07/2009 14:30:00
Giving birth to twins or more is a bit different. Here's what is likely to happen.
or quads. It is rare but possible that you may manage to deliver the first twin vaginally but the second twin may get into distress and need to be delivered by Caesarean. It is standard practice to monitor your babies during a multiple delivery. A fetal
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